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Water Pavilion: Titeuf investigates on water!

admin — Tue, 16 Jul 2013 07:30:52 +0000

It is not always easy to make the youngest aware to ecology. However, the Water Pavilion of Paris found a way to teach them while entertaining them. Dedicated to the 8 -12 years old, the exhibition “Investigation on Water” offers to the children to follow a path with their favorite friend Titeuf. Their goal: discover the path of water, from its source to its arrival in our faucets. A magnifying glass, a small investigator book and they are ready for their investigation. During their search, they will learn how water becomes drinkable and above all why it has to be preserved.

An initiation to environment protection
The exhibition “Investigation on water” will arouse their curiosity and will make them discover the daily gestures they have to adopt to protect this essential resource to the survival of our planet and of the human being. If you are very curious, meet us at the Water Pavilion!

Exhibition “Investigation on water”, from March 22 to August 31, 2013.
Open everyday, except on Sunday and holidays, from 10 am to 6 pm. Open on Saturday from 11 am to 7 pm.
Free entrance

Pavillon de l’Eau
77, avenue de Versailles
75016 Paris
France
T.: +33 (0)1 42 24 54 02
Subway: Mirabeau (L. 10).

Tsutsugaki at the Guimet Museum: discover an unknown art

admin — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 07:30:33 +0000

For the first time, some Tsutsugaki masterpieces from a private collection leave Japan to be presented at the Guimet Museum in Paris. This dying art is finally honored thanks to the Parisian Museum. The term may not be familiar with you, for Tsutsugaki is not well known. It is a textile dyeing technique combining the work of a drawer, an artisan and a dry cleaner. This exhibition reunites about thirty of these unique works that are shown for the first time outside Japan.

The Tsutsugaki, a traditional art
Favoring indigo, this popular art, reminiscent of engraving, was born during the Muromachi era, in the 16^th century. It is at the time of Edo that it reached its climax, between the 15^th and 17^th centuries. It is made of motives varying depending on the region. Dragons, turtles, flowers, symbolic settings form these true textile paintings so that they would bring luck to their owners. Favoring cotton, the craftsmen would fashion, through an elaborated technique, kimonos, futons and other sewing works. They were ordered for big events such as weddings and religious ceremonies. Now, it is at the Guimet Museum that you can discover them and be amazed by their beauty.

Exhibition “Tsutsugaki – Indigo textile from Japan”, from July 10 to October 7, 2013.
Open everyday except Tuesday, from 10 am to 6 pm.
Full rate: 8€ / Concessionary: 6€

Guimet Museum
6, place d’Iéna
75016 Paris
France
T.: +33 (0)1 56 52 53 00
Access: Iena (subway l. 9) – pont de l’Alma (RER C).

Ethical and luxurious cuff links!

admin — Tue, 09 Jul 2013 07:30:17 +0000

Chic and ecology once again mix together. The Cuff Links Shop was able to renew old products, by offering luxurious and recycled creations… Some fashion representatives often proved their commitment in favor of environment. Ecology is becoming a real trend in fashion. The Cuff Links Shop is no exception to the rule. Their creations? Cuff links made from old watches’ mechanism.

Photo credit: Cuff Links from Omega watches going back to 1938 to 1959.

A timeless luxury
Known for its originality, the Cuff Links Shop never lacks inspiration. It created three models called “Timeless”: Zenith, Omega and Longines, which are made of mechanism of old watches from the eponymous brands. Going back to the 40s and the 60s, these cuff links are a beautiful tribute to the past. The price? 390€ for a model.

To order, go directly to the website of the Cuff Links Shop.

Embark on Les Siestes Electroniques

admin — Thu, 04 Jul 2013 09:32:21 +0000

This Festival originally based in Toulouse settles in Paris for the third year in a row. In association with the Quai Branly Museum, Les Siestes Electroniques enable people to have a lounge in the sun while being send into raptures by tones from all over the world. Here you don’t just listen to music; you close your eyes and travel to an unknown destination. It is a sound journey that will take you away from your daily life. Go and meet the different civilizations populating the planet through electronic music.

Photo credit: Jean-Jacques Ader / Appleblim @ Les Siestes Electroniques 2007

Les Siestes Electroniques, every Sunday in July 2013, from 4 pm to 6 pm.
Free entrance

Musée du Quai Branly
37, quai Branly
75007 Paris
France
T.: +33 (0)1 56 61 70 00
Access: Pont de l’Alma (RER C).

A musical summer in Versailles

admin — Fri, 28 Jun 2013 08:27:37 +0000

Symbol of the splendor of the French monarchy, the Palace of Versailles is known worldwide. Pushing magnificence to its climax, the domain organizes like each summer a series of shows called Musical Fountains show and Musical Gardens. Despite the centuries going by, what was once the home of the Sun King never ceases to shine. The sumptuous décor of the palace is only matched by the beautiful gardens. During summer, these ones gain beauty when they are lulled by French baroque music. Following the rhythm of the melodies that livened up the evenings of Versailles, you could discover an extraordinary treasure imagined by Andre Le Nôtre.

Conquer the gardens of Versailles
This summer, you will be able to explore the preserved parts of the garden, open on some Tuesdays, and enjoy the groves while listening to music! During the Musical Fountains show, you will witness a breathtaking show, highlighting the fountains and their spray that will dance and waltz at the rhythm of the different melodies of the show.

An evening worthy of the Sun King
At dawn, a French ball will take place in the famous Hall of Mirrors. Dancers and musicians will bring baroque back to life in front of you during the Royal Serenade. Then, you will admire the Fountains Night Show, a fairy aquatic show. The evening will end with a firework. You can’t miss it for the world!

Photo credit : Thierry Nava

USEFUL INFORMATION

Musical Fountains Show
Every Saturday and Sunday, from 29 March to 27 October, 2013, Every Tuesday from 21 may to 25 June, 2013. Other dates: August 15, 2013.
Weekend: Water displays from 11 to 12pm and from 3:30 to 5pm (Neptune Fountain from 5:20 to 5:30pm, Mirror Fountain every 10 minutes from 10am to 6:30pm). Tuesday: water displays from11 to 12pm and from 2:30 to 4pm
Passport ticket: 25€ (including the Musical Fountains, a visit to the Palace, the Grand Trianon and Marie-Antoinette’s estate).
Musical Fountains Show Ticket: 8,5€
Reduced rate: 6,5€. Group rate: 7€.

Musical Gardens
Every Tuesday from July 2 to October 29, 2013.
Musical display from 10am to 6:30 pm.
Passport ticket: 25€ (including the Musical Gardens, a visit to the Palace, the Grand Trianon and Marie-Antoinette estate).
Musical Gardens ticket: 7,5€
Reduced rate: 6,5€. Group ticket: 7€

The Royal Serenade at the Hall of Mirrors
Every Saturday from July 20 to September 14, 2013. Other dates: July 12 and July 6, 2013.
Departure time: 6:40 pm, 7 pm, 7 :20 pm, 7:40 pm, 8 pm and 8:15 pm
Ticket: Royal Serenade: 17€
Reduced rate: 10€. Group rate: 15€.
Ticket for the Royal Serenade + Fountains Night Show: 39€
Reduced rate: 28€. Group rate: 33€.

Fountains Night Show
Every Saturday from July 20 to September 14, 2013. Other date: July 12.
Water display from 9 pm to 11 pm. Beginning of the firework around 11 :05 pm.
Rate: 23€
Reduced rate: 19€. Group rate: 19€.

Palace of Versailles
Place d’Armes
78000 Versailles
T.: +33 (0)1 30 83 78 00
Subway: Versailles – Château – Rive-Gauche (RER C)